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Conversations Among The Ruins

Charles Erickson

My father"s got a brilliant mind, but he keeps it hidden away in the backwoods of Tennessee. Join us as I unearth prophetic insights on culture and geopolitics from this hermit"s cerebral matter.

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All Episodes

01:14:20

Trump’s New Strategy | Israel vs The World | Ukraine...

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2025/12/08

In this episode, we break down the White House’s new National Security Strategy paper. Is this a seismic shift in foreign policy, or just words on a page? We analyze the explicit rejection of neoconservatism, the pivot to the Western Hemisphere, and what this means for Europe and the "Deep State."Then, we turn to the Middle East. With the ceasefire in place, Israel continues its incremental expansion. We discuss the terrifying potential of a "Temple Mount" provocation, the

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01:07:47

A New Dark Age for Europe | Is Russia the New West? |...

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2025/12/05

Is Western Civilization already dead? In this episode, we discuss the rising tensions in Europe and whether the threat of World War III is real or just fear-mongering. We analyze the fundamental weakness of NATO, the "insanity" of current Western leadership, and how hatred of Russia has become the only glue holding the EU together.Later, we explore the controversial idea that Russia might be preserving traditional Western values while Europe abandons them. Finally, we look East to the

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01:03:24

Death of Ukraine | US War in Venezuela | Netanyahu...

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2025/12/03

Is the war in Ukraine reaching its final act? In this episode, we analyze the rapidly crumbling frontline, with reports of Russia gaining up to 800 square kilometers and seizing key fortress cities. We discuss the "fiscal cliff" facing Kiev, the controversial plan to seize Russian assets via EuroClear, and why European leaders may be backing down.We also shift focus to the Americas, where tensions with Venezuela are hitting a boiling point. We break down the implications of President

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01:07:20

Trump’s Dementia Signs | War With Venezuela? |...

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2025/12/01

In this episode, we break down the sudden escalation of tensions with Venezuela. Is the US preparing for a 19th-century style "gunboat diplomacy" invasion, or is this a chaotic bluff from the Trump administration? We discuss the "Narco-Terrorist" narrative, Marco Rubio’s influence, and why this regime change feels different from past CIA operations.We also dive into a controversial report from a Johns Hopkins psychologist regarding Trump’s cognitive state—are we witnessing

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01:14:48

CIA Shooter Conspiracy | Trump’s Ukraine Dilemma | US...

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2025/11/28

In this episode, we dive into the strange anomalies surrounding the National Guard shooting and the "Sarah Beckstrom" Google search data coming out of Israel days before the event. Is there a deeper CIA connection?Then, we pivot to the geopolitical stage. Trump’s peace plan is already hitting roadblocks, and new appointee Dan Driscoll is reading the "riot act" to Kiev. We discuss why a "humiliating defeat" might be Trump's only option to avoid World War III.Finally,

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01:10:32

Russia’s Victory Plan | The New Cold War | America’s...

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2025/11/26

In this episode, we break down why the rumored "peace plans" for Ukraine are likely just noise and why the conflict may only end with a decisive Russian victory. We discuss the geopolitical reality that Putin sees: a Western establishment ideologically driven to destroy Russia, making any treaty signed by a US President temporary at best.We also dive into the "New Cold War" and the technological Iron Curtain descending between the West and the BRICS nations. Finally, we look home

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01:16:42

Trump's Fake Gaza Peace | Ukraine Can't Win | China...

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2025/11/24

Is Israel getting away with genocide while the world looks away? We break down the disturbing reality behind the so-called Gaza ceasefire, why Trump's Ukraine peace plan is DOA, and whether the U.S. is pivoting to war with China.GAZA: THE CEASEFIRE THAT ISN'TWhile media coverage has faded, Israel continues killing Palestinians—over 300 dead since the "ceasefire" began. We examine how Trump's peace plan gives Israel complete control, why the UN Security Council rubber-stamped

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01:07:04

Ukraine's Collapse Accelerates | Huckabee Meets...

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2025/11/21

In this episode, we dig into the suspicious timing of the massive corruption scandal rocking Ukraine. Is this a European power play or a move by Trump to force a peace plan? We analyze the grim reality on the front lines in Minnograd, the refusal of surrounded troops to surrender, and the rising possibility of a military coup led by ultra-nationalists.Later in the discussion, we pivot to a shocking recent event: Mike Huckabee’s secret meeting with convicted spy Jonathan Pollard. We discuss the

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01:06:21

Ukraine's Corruption Crisis | Taiwan Tensions Explode...

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2025/11/19

Ukraine's corruption scandal just destroyed Western support—while Japan pushes Asia to the brink of war. Plus: Is Trump backing down on Venezuela?In this episode, we break down three major geopolitical crises unfolding simultaneously:UKRAINE'S CORRUPTION IMPLOSION - The golden toilet scandal has torched Ukraine's credibility in Europe. With Yermak under fire, a fiscal cliff approaching in spring, and rumors of a secret US-Russia peace deal, is Zelensky's regime about to collapse? We

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01:12:22

Syria's Sectarian Chaos | Trump vs MAGA Base |...

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2025/11/17

In this episode, Peter and Charlie break down the catastrophic situation unfolding in Syria under jihadist rule, Trump's shocking attacks on Thomas Massie and Marjorie Taylor Greene over the Epstein files, and the rapid collapse of Ukrainian front lines as Russia advances faster than any time since 2022.00:00 - Introduction00:35 - Syria: Ethnic Cleansing Under Jihadist Rule08:12 - Israel's Plan to Balkanize Syria23:52 - October 7th & Israel's Long-Term Strategy26:03 - Trump Attacks

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01:23:17

Operation Southern Spear | Epstein Files | Ukraine...

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2025/11/14

What’s really driving the U.S. toward a confrontation with Venezuela? In this explosive episode, Charlie and Peter Erickson break down the latest headlines about “Operation Southern Spear,” debate the real motives behind a new war in South America, and expose the hidden agendas in Washington. We dive deep into the controversy over the Epstein files, unravel the tangled web of corruption in U.S. and Ukrainian politics, and confront the uncomfortable reality of foreign influence on America’s future.Is

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01:11:09

Sudan Conflict | World War III Warnings | Zionism in...

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2025/11/12

In this episode, Charlie and Peter Erickson shine a light on today’s most urgent — and often ignored — flashpoints. From the hidden players in the Sudan crisis and the faltering frontlines in Ukraine, to unfiltered debates on Zionism’s influence and whether we’re edging closer to World War III, nothing is off limits. Why aren’t global leaders talking about nuclear risk? Can the U.S. or Israel ever go back to “normal”? What connects geopolitical chaos abroad to unrest at home?Timestamps:00:00 –

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01:13:17

MAGA Civil War | Israel Divides US Right | End of...

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2025/11/10

In this explosive episode, Charlie and Peter Erickson dive into the escalating "MAGA Civil War" gripping the American right, triggered by fierce debates over Israel, Zionism, and US foreign policy. We break down Tucker Carlson’s controversial interviews and the backlash from conservative leaders like Ben Shapiro and Mark Levin, while exploring why traditional arguments for Zionism are collapsing in public debate.We also investigate Israel’s openly stated plans to influence US media and

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01:09:55

War Panic: Ukraine’s Big Losses | NATO Intervention...

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2025/11/07

In this episode, Charlie and Peter Erickson discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the risks of NATO intervention, the dangers of escalating rhetoric, the West's shifting military capabilities, American and European attitudes toward Russia, the Israel-Gaza crisis, and what a collapsing U.S. system might mean for the world. Plus: brief commentary on Sudan and the limits of American influence today.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction & Today’s Headlines00:55 – The Fall of Pokrovsk and Minnigrad:

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01:08:25

Black Hawk Down in Ukraine | Information War Heats Up...

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2025/11/05

In today’s episode, Charlie and Peter Erickson break down the latest dramatic developments in Ukraine and beyond. We kick off with the mysterious Black Hawk helicopter disaster and the deadly Pokrovsk mission—are we being told the truth about what really happened? We dive deep into Zelensky’s tightening grip on power, Ukraine’s forced conscription crisis, and the growing disillusionment among the Ukrainian people.Switching gears, we tackle the crumbling narrative of Zionist influence in the U.S. and

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01:12:06

Israel’s Darkest PR Nightmare | Ukraine’s Military...

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2025/11/03

Today's episode dives deep into recent developments in Palestine, the shifting political landscape around Israel, and critical updates on Ukraine and Venezuela. We break down media reactions, U.S. policy, and the real consequences facing the world right now. Join Charlie and Peter Erickson as they analyze global affairs you won't see covered honestly anywhere else.Timestamps:00:00 — Palestine Detention Scandal & Israeli Society’s Reaction07:46 — U.S. Leverage & Prospects for Change

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01:14:39

Ukraine Crisis: Russian Gains & Western Silence |...

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2025/10/31

Join Charlie and Peter Erickson for a deep-dive into today’s biggest global stories. We break down the latest rapid Russian advances in Ukraine, the Western media narrative, and what a changing map could mean for NATO and the future of the West. Plus: critical updates on the US-China trade war following the Busan summit, growing anti-Zionist backlash in the US, and explosive new questions surrounding the Charlie Kirk assassination and Israeli influence. All this and more, in a candid father-son

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01:09:52

Gaza: Another Ceasefire Broken | Russian Nuclear Tech...

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2025/10/29

Charlie and Peter Erickson tackle the most urgent issues in today’s world: the reality of Israel’s “ceasefire” in Gaza and the mounting civilian toll, shifts in American and global perception, the politics behind it all, and whether hope for change exists. They then dive into Russia’s new Burevestnik (nuclear-powered cruise missile), its global and strategic implications, plus how the U.S. is reacting—or not. Finally, they explore growing tensions with Venezuela, U.S. interventionism, and the fate

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01:22:33

End of US Empire | China Fights Back | Ukraine War...

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2025/10/27

Are we witnessing the end of the American empire? In this episode, Charlie and Peter Erickson break down U.S.-China tensions, sanctions, the Ukraine war, U.S. military power, and the shifting balance in global geopolitics.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction: Global Unrest & “End of Empire” Fears00:30 – The U.S.-China Trade War & China’s Economic Retaliation03:43 – Has China Ever Sanctioned the U.S.?10:20 – Tariffs, Trade Negotiations & U.S. Leverage14:11 – Sanctions, Oil Markets & Dollar

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01:05:01

Gaza Settlement Plans | Russia Sanction Escalate |...

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2025/10/24

In today’s episode, Charlie and Peter dive deep into the latest Middle East developments, focusing on the Israel-Palestine ceasefire, dynamics within the Trump and Netanyahu administrations, and growing concerns about ethnic cleansing and settlements in Gaza and the West Bank. We also analyze Iran’s role and risks of wider conflict in the region.Shifting to Europe, we break down major updates in the Russia-Ukraine war, including Trump’s canceled meeting with Putin, the impact of new US and EU

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